After months of debate, the UK’s Data (Use and Access) Bill has received Royal Assent. Now known as the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, it marks a significant milestone in the UK’s evolving approach to data protection post-Brexit.
BelfastThe Supreme Court (the Court) has clarified the circumstances in which litigation can be dismissed for want of prosecution.
DisputesDomestically, the Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Bill 2024 was passed by the Oireachtas. At European level, ESMA calls on social media companies to tackle unauthorised financial ads.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryAt European level, ESMA launched a call for evidence on the retail investor journey under MiFID II and the Delegated Regulation supplementing MiFIR was published in the Official Journal of the EU.
Asset Management & Investment FundsDomestically, the CBI publishes Private Motor Insurance Report of the National Claims Information Database. At European level, EIOPA study on consumer-friendly information to prevent the ‘illusion of being insured’ for natural catastrophe cover.
FinanceDomestically, Minister for Finance Pascal Donohue delivered a speech at the Irish Funds annual global funds conference. At European level, IOSCO published a final report on updated liquidity risk management recommendations for CIS.
Asset Management & Investment FundsDomestically, the CBI published the second edition of the Authorisations and Gatekeeping Report 2024. At European level, the EBA updated the technical standards on resolution planning reporting.
FinanceIreland is recognised as a global financial centre, renowned for its robust regulatory framework, skilled workforce and favourable business environment. Benefiting from the unique position of being an English-speaking common-law jurisdiction, we share common legal principles with the UK and the US, within the broader framework of EU legislation.
Capital Markets - DebtFollowing the cross-border conversion of Zurich Insurance plc from an Irish plc to a German joint stock company in January 2024, there has been increased interest in this innovative company law process. Here, we answer some frequently asked questions based on our experience on that transaction.
Corporate & M&AOn 26 May 2025, the Supreme Court delivered judgment in Scully v Coucal Limited.
DisputesThe Irish Government has today announced its intention to introduce significant changes in the context of the residential rental market.
ConstructionIn two articles published in its latest Supervision Newsletter, the ECB outlined some of the key changes under its comprehensive reform of the SREP.
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